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Easy Lemon Glaze for Cakes and Cookies Recipe

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  • Author: Jasmine
  • Prep Time: 2 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 minutes
  • Yield: 1 cup
  • Category: Dessert Topping
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This simple Lemon Glaze recipe is a quick and easy way to add a bright, citrusy drizzle to cakes, cookies, or quick breads. Made with just powdered sugar and fresh lemon juice, this glaze comes together in minutes for a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavor.


Ingredients

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups powdered sugar (240g)
  • 3 to 4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Combine ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and 3 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps.
  2. Adjust consistency: Gradually add the remaining lemon juice, one teaspoon at a time, whisking after each addition until the glaze reaches a pourable consistency suitable for drizzling over your baked goods.

Notes

  • Try my quick and easy Lemon Glaze recipe that only takes 2 ingredients and a minute or two to whip up!

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
  • Calories: 47
  • Sugar: 12.4 g
  • Sodium: 1 mg
  • Fat: 0 g
  • Saturated Fat: 0 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 12.7 g
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Protein: 0 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg